Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.
About the Role
We are looking for two dynamic and strength based health professionals to join our Violence Intervention Programme (VIP) team: We have a role for a Child Protection Coordinator and a role for a Family Violence Coordinator.
These roles total 1.6 FTE. There may be some flexibility in how the fte is split across the positions. We will consider a minimum of 06fte-1.0fte per role. Please state which position you are applying for and fte preferred in your cover letter.
About the Team/Service/ Location
You’ll be part of a national Ministry of Health initiative that supports clinicians to understand the importance of routine enquiry and supports clinicians in navigating the complexities and response to family violence and child protection concerns. These roles are based at Waitakere Hospital.
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About you
You are strength-based, passionate, and committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of tamariki, whānau, and the wider community. You bring:
- A deep understanding of the dynamics of child abuse and family violence, gained in both hospital and community settings.
- Experience in delivering training and supporting clinical teams with empathy and confidence.
- Cultural sensitivity and a commitment to equity and inclusion.
- Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
- A collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively across services and disciplines.
- Previous experience in child protection and family violence intervention is required.
- Tertiary qualification in social work, nursing or relevant equivalent qualification in a relatable health field of practice
- Current New Zealand registration and Annual Practicing Certificate (APC) appropriate to the registered health
Please note there are role specific position descriptions for the child protection - click here and family violence coordinator - click here
Working at Health New Zealand
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.
How to Apply
To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal by 15th August. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Debbie Paotama – Clinical Team Leader - [email protected]
For recruitment specific questions please contact Lissa Crook Recruitment Consultant: [email protected]
Job reference: Violence Intervention Programme Coordinator (ID: WDHB20023)
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.
